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The ACT Has Changed—Here’s What I Want You to Know
If your student is planning to take the ACT this year, things are going to look a little different. I’ve spent time reviewing the official changes and what they mean for students. In this post, I’ll walk you through the key differences and share how they could affect scores, plus a few suggestions to help students adjust their prep accordingly.

Should My Child Continue Tutoring Over the Summer?
As the school year winds down and summer break approaches, I often hear the same question from parents:
“Should we continue tutoring over the summer?”
It’s a great question and an important one.

Why Maintenance Tutoring Matters
Maintenance tutoring isn’t just about academics, but about building confidence, independence, and a love for learning. One or two one-hour sessions may provide short-term relief, but they often don’t give students the time or space they need to deeply understand the material and build lasting academic confidence.